Whammer Posted October 25, 2010 Report Share Posted October 25, 2010 Guys, my head is spinning. Currently I have an '08 GT500 and I was looking at possibly trading in on an '11 GT500 with SVTPP, Nav, and glass roof. Price here in Canada is 62.5k. I've been sitting on the fence wondering if I should get it and then an '09 GT500KR with only 70 miles, that's right SEVEN ZERO miles on it, pops up on my radar. The price is the same 62.5k. The KR is equipped the same as my GT500, the only option being the Shaker 1000, but obviously it's a KR. Can anyone offer me some insights that might make my choice easier? I'm posting this over on the KR forum as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted October 25, 2010 Report Share Posted October 25, 2010 2011 is superior in every way, I guess it depends on which one you like the looks of and if you care that it is a "KR". I personally think the 2010-2011 is light years ahead in looks, especially the interior. Up to you, but I would get the 2011 SVT, no contest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denohew Posted October 25, 2010 Report Share Posted October 25, 2010 +1 They learned alot from the KR and made it better for the 2010/ 11, denohew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby.GT500 Posted October 25, 2010 Report Share Posted October 25, 2010 I love the 2011 obviously but I think the KR will hold its value more. Can't go wrong with both. Also the KR is more Shelby than the 2011 since it came from their Las Vegas facility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Gorilla Posted October 25, 2010 Report Share Posted October 25, 2010 2011 GT500. No question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachane Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 For actual driving/enjoyment purposes I would recommend the 2011. The KR would be the more "collectible" and probably hold its value better accordingly. Sit in and drive both. Check the Ford build date on the KR. See this thread. Note that any KR built before 8/20/08 may have the bad flywheel, and that several people who have had their dealerships do the TSB fix are less than pleased with the results. If the KR you're considering has the Shaker 1000 sound system, then it doesn't have satellite navigation/the touchscreen setup. Check also for HID headlights and ambient lighting, which I think were also KR options. If you're looking for a post-8/20/08 '09 KR in the USA as well as Canada, let us know; there may still be a few around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTB65 Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 2011 GT500. No question. What kind of hoist is that in the picture....How much did it cost...It looks very interesting..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sharpie Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 Screw collectibility...................these aren't the cars from the 60's. Drive the cars and enjoy them as much as you can !!!!!!!! 2011 no question................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Gorilla Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 What kind of hoist is that in the picture....How much did it cost...It looks very interesting..... Lift is made by Harding Steel, Inc.: http://www.hardingsteel.com Entire garage done by Potomac Garage Solutions: http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/ Lift is incredibly sturdy, functional, and looks cool. It was expensive, about $10K installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crushinator Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 I had the same dilema about 4 months ago. Wanted the KR for collectibility, but the '11 for the improvements. Then I came to the conclusion that I'm 37 years old, have never kept a car long enough to worry about collectibility, and the '11 just looks better. So I bought the '11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash1977 Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 I would go with the 2011 if your not going to keep the car forever. Its a better all around car. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evasive Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 Get the 2011, which is simply a better car than the KR, unless you plan to keep that 70mile KR stored and not drive it. Otherwise, you are paying a premium on the 70 mile KR only so see that value vanish as soon as you put miles on it. If you want a KR that you can drive, get one with more miles for a lot less otherwise you are throwing money down the drain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500bro Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 Lift is made by Harding Steel, Inc.: http://www.hardingsteel.com Entire garage done by Potomac Garage Solutions: http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/ Lift is incredibly sturdy, functional, and looks cool. It was expensive, about $10K installed. You win the award for coolest looking garage hands down (and great taste in vehicles also). Btw, not to hijack the thread but how does that stinger exhaust sound compared to stock? Lastly, personal choice should be the ultimate decider on the KR vs 2011 question. There is no right answer. But if it were me, I'd def go for the 2011 as I think it's an all around more refined car and will perform better than a KR. Suggest you read some old road test reviews on the KR - they were not glowing as I recall.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Gorilla Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 You win the award for coolest looking garage hands down (and great taste in vehicles also). Well, that's very kind but probably not true. I'm happy with it. It's all relative, though. I recently joined 6speedonline.com, and some of the garages on that forum make mine look like sh*t. Btw, not to hijack the thread but how does that stinger exhaust sound compared to stock? A little louder than stock, which is what I wanted. Very mild drone around 2,000 rpm. Here is a sound clip: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Gorilla Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 Now, back to the original thread: I've driven the KR, and I think that the 2010/2011 GT500 is better all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KomradAndre Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 2011 GT500!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KomradAndre Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 Lift is made by Harding Steel, Inc.: http://www.hardingsteel.com Entire garage done by Potomac Garage Solutions: http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/ Lift is incredibly sturdy, functional, and looks cool. It was expensive, about $10K installed. Wow they have very similar wheels... them two cars. you got them because the wheels matched right? :rolleyes: btw that is an awesome garage. i only drooled a little bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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